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Herbert Injured: Chargers Turn to Rookie Quarterback
9 Nov
Summary
- Quarterback Justin Herbert sustained a finger injury during Sunday's game.
- Coach Harbaugh opted to have DJ Uiagalelei finish the game.
- The Chargers have an 0-8 record, with playoff hopes essentially over.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert sustained a finger injury during Sunday's 44-22 defeat against the Houston Texans. Coach Jim Harbaugh indicated the injury could be a fracture and decided to have DJ Uiagalelei, who made his NFL debut, finish the game rather than let Herbert play through the pain.
Herbert, who had an earlier rough outing with 193 yards, one touchdown, and an interception, expressed his desire to return. Uiagalelei, a former college standout, entered the game late and threw a touchdown pass on his first drive. He finished his debut with 24 yards on 2-of-7 passing.
The Chargers' season has been a significant struggle, marked by an 0-8 record, making their playoff aspirations virtually nonexistent. The potential absence of Herbert, coupled with the team's performance, raises questions about Uiagalelei potentially taking over as the starting quarterback, a scenario that seemed unlikely at the start of the season.
